# Event Details - **Event Name**: Lycoming Arts presents Williamsport First Friday + UPMC COMM(UNITY) BLOCK PARTY - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Lycoming Arts presents Williamsport First Friday™ Experience the creative heartbeat of Central Pennsylvania at Williamsport First Friday. On the first Friday of every month, downtown Williamsport transforms into a lively open-air festival and community celebration that honors the local arts scene. In the Gallery: Eric Beiter Photography Youth Gallery: Loyalsock School District What to Expect: UPMC Block Party. Art & Exhibitions, Kids Art Projects, Live Entertainment, Family-friendly Fun, Food Trucks, Artisans, Local Shopping and Dining + UPMC COMM(UNITY) BLOCK PARTY The Block Party will be from Williams St. to the Old City Hall. There will be Food Trucks, Inflatables, a small kids' carnival, and some tables hosted by Community Partners. Friday, May 1, 2026 5:00 - 9:00 PM West 4th Street, Williamsport, PA 17701 _____ SPONSORS: UPMC North Central Pa. Wellspan Health New Trail Woodlands Bank Renewal by Andersen _____ - IN THE GALLERY - Featured Artist: Noah Beiter Photography _____ Youth Gallery: Loyalsock School District _____ - ON THE STREET - Live Music: Pine Street: Williamsport High School Music Dept. & Blue River Soul CAC Stage: TBD Lamar Park: Chris Myers Band Arts2Go! for Kids Craft in front of Lycoming Arts gallery. Vendors, artisans, and food trucks. _____ - TASTE OF WILLIAMSPORT - Monthly partnership with participating restaurants. A showcase of Williamsport restaurants to celebrate the unique cuisine, drink specials, and concepts, and illuminate the value food and drink adds as part of the culinary arts in our community. Major Sponsor: New Trail Brewing Company https://newtrailbrewing.com/ Participating restaurants: Franco's Lounge, Restaurant & Music Club Ozzie and Mae's 36 West Fourth The Brickyard Restaurant and Ale House The Stonehouse Wood Fired Pizza & Pasteria The Crooked Goose Barrel 135 DiSalvo's Nomad Distilling Co Bullfrog Brewery John Ryan Brewery Windows on 4th Fair Play Distillers Old Corner Hotel The Bar on Market Peter Herdic House Restaurant The James Williamsport Jackass Brewing Company Back Alley Bar & Grill Rosko's Brew House New Trail Brewing Company _____ - FREE PARKING - https://www.lycomingarts.org/about/parking-for-events For more information please visit: https://www.lycomingarts.org/first-friday-in-williamsport-pa _____ - ENGAGE - Please RSVP to this event, like, comment, and share with your family & friends! Williamsport First Friday™ is a community event that truly celebrates the arts. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/williamsport/lycoming-arts-presents-williamsport-first-friday-upmc-community-block-party/200029836337149 - **Event Categories**: first-friday, entertainment, kids, parties, food-drinks, music, art, trips-adventures, carnivals, festivals, exhibitions, live-music, health-wellness, shopping - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 796 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Williamsport - **state**: PA - **country**: United States - **location**: 46 West 4th Street, Williamsport, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17701 - **lat**: 41.24175 - **long**: -77.00342 - **full address**: 46 West 4th Street, Williamsport, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17701 ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Lycoming Arts presents Williamsport First Friday + UPMC COMM(UNITY) BLOCK PARTY - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/f49741cad0d99c8e60b76f03e704e2047ae79b41cf82b9956384f7c6681eb6c7-rimg-w1200-h675-dcfefffe-gmir?v=1776180339 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Lycoming Arts presents Williamsport First Friday + UPMC COMM(UNITY) BLOCK PARTY being held? - **A:** Lycoming Arts presents Williamsport First Friday + UPMC COMM(UNITY) BLOCK PARTY takes place on Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 09:00 pm at 46 West 4th Street, Williamsport, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17701. - **Q**: Who is organizing Lycoming Arts presents Williamsport First Friday + UPMC COMM(UNITY) BLOCK PARTY? - **A:** Lycoming Arts presents Williamsport First Friday + UPMC COMM(UNITY) BLOCK PARTY is organized by Williamsport First Friday presented by Lycoming Arts. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Lycoming Arts presents Williamsport First Friday + UPMC COMM(UNITY) BLOCK PARTY is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Williamsport, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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